Car Hire at Lille airport (LIL)
List of car rental agencies that operate within the Lille airport (LIL)
The car hire company counters are located just outside the arrivals hall, on Level 2 of the passenger terminal. Vehicle pick-up and return take place in a designated area within the car park.
- Avis
- Enterprise (Also operates the services of Alamo, Citer and National)
- Europcar (Also operates the services of InterRent)
- Hertz (Also operates the services of Dollar and Thrifty)
- Sixt
It is recommended to check the updated opening hours on each company’s website, as these may vary depending on the season or public holidays.
General Requirements for Car Hire
To complete a car hire agreement at Lille Airport, the main driver and any additional drivers must present the documentation required by the rental company. These are the basic and common requirements in France:
- Identity and Travel Document: A valid passport or national identity card.
- Driving Licence: A full (not provisional) driving licence from the country of origin is required, with a minimum validity period that varies between 1 and 3 years, depending on the vehicle category and the company.
- International Driving Permit: For citizens of countries outside the European Union, it is recommended to carry an International Driving Permit (IDP) along with the national licence.
- Credit Card: An international credit card in the main driver’s name, required for the security deposit hold. Debit cards are generally not accepted for this purpose.
Age and Supplements
- Minimum Age: The minimum age to rent may be 18 years, but many vehicle categories and most companies require drivers to be at least 21 or 23 years old.
- Young Driver Surcharge: Drivers under 25 years old are usually subject to an additional daily charge (young driver supplement).
Latest updates: October 27, 2025
5 tips for renting a car abroad
What to consider:
- Certify that you have a valid driver's license to drive in the destination country. If you are a foreigner, check if you need to validate your license in your country of origin. It should be noted that the International permit is NOT valid by itself, it must always be accompanied by the National Driver's License.
- Documentation and vehicle insurance required according to current traffic regulations.
- Take into account the traffic rules that currently apply in the destination country. Maximum speeds allowed on highways, avenues and streets, priorities of passage at intersections without traffic lights, tolerance of allowed blood alcohol, etc.
- Direction of movement and the way in which cars should be driven on the streets. If the side where the steering wheel is located in the cars of your country matches the vehicles in the destination country.
- Know the procedure to follow in case of starring in or suffering a traffic accident.
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